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"The CMA Awards recognizes the best in the format - that's what makes this 'Country Music's Biggest Night,'" said Steve Moore, CMA Chief Executive Officer. "The CMA Awards is one of the most highly anticipated events for our industry each year. It's a night to honor our finest performers, songwriters, record producers, musicians and music video directors." Country superstars Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood preside over the evening, returning as hosts for the fifth consecutive year. The 2012 CMA Awards promises spectacle, accolades and countless special moments. Among the artists presenting awards this years will be Martina McBride, Kellie Pickler, Sugarland and The Band Perry.

Dolly Parton Debuts At #1 On Mediabase Classic Rock Songs Chart Scoring Second Straig Photo Dolly Parton Debuts At #1 On Mediabase Classic Rock Songs Chart Scoring Second Straight Self-Penned Rock #1
by Michael Major - June 20, 2023

Global superstar and recent Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dolly Parton, is breaking new ground this week as her latest single from her hotly-anticipated Rockstar album “Bygones” featuring Rob Halford with special guests Nikki Sixx & John 5 debuts atop the Mediabase Classic Rock Songs chart....


Priscilla Block Teams with DJ/Producer Duo VAVO for Spring Break '23 Remixes Photo Priscilla Block Teams with DJ/Producer Duo VAVO for Spring Break '23 Remixes
by Michael Major - April 14, 2023

Her poolside party anthems such as “My Bar,” “Off The Deep End,” and “Couple Spring Breaks Back” have captured the youthful spirit of the sun-soaked season. Now, Block has teamed up with DJ and Producer duo VAVO for a high-octane collection of some of her fan-favorite hits Spring Break ’23 Remixes t...


Hailey Whitters Hit Single 'Everything She Ain't' Goes Platinum Photo Hailey Whitters Hit Single 'Everything She Ain't' Goes Platinum
by Michael Major - August 14, 2023

Whitters was supporting the duo in Doswell, VA when they came out mid-set to present her with the honor of her first platinum record. The RIAA certification follows her rapid ascent after winning “New Female Artist of the Year” at the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards in May, where she performed ...


LEANN RIMES: THE STORY… SO FAR TOUR Comes To bergenPAC with Special Guest Opener New Photo LEANN RIMES: THE STORY… SO FAR TOUR Comes To bergenPAC with Special Guest Opener New Jersey Native Allison Strong
by A.A. Cristi - November 07, 2023

LeAnn Rimes brings 'The Story... So Far' tour to Englewood with special guest opener Allison Strong. Get all the details on this exciting concert event....


Josh Turner To Release 'Greatest Hits' Album Photo Josh Turner To Release 'Greatest Hits' Album
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023

The project includes his five No. 1 hits - “Your Man,” certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA; “Would You Go With Me,” certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA; “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” certified double-Platinum by the RIAA; “All Over Me,” certified Gold by the RIAA; and “Hometown Girl,” certified double-Plat...


Brad Paisley Inks Deal with Universal Music Group Nashville Photo Brad Paisley Inks Deal with Universal Music Group Nashville
by Michael Major - February 22, 2023

The signing reunites Paisley with UMGN Chairman and CEO Mike Dungan and President Cindy Mabe. Dungan was instrumental in signing Paisley to his first deal at Arista, and Mabe served as Paisley’s marketing point person through many of his early album cycles including his breakthrough projects, Mud on...


Dolly Parton Teams With TouchTunes To Celebrate National Jukebox Day Photo Dolly Parton Teams With TouchTunes To Celebrate National Jukebox Day
by Michael Major - November 01, 2023

Dolly Parton teams up with TouchTunes to celebrate National Jukebox Day. All Waffle House TouchTunes Jukeboxes will play Parton's 30-track ROCKSTAR album at midnight on release day. TouchTunes will also host a Dolly ROCKSTAR takeover in Dallas and a national sweepstakes....


Dolly Parton & Dionne Warwick to Release First-Ever Collaboration Photo Dolly Parton & Dionne Warwick to Release First-Ever Collaboration
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023

Musical legends Dolly Parton and Dionne Warwick are having their first ever collaboration with their recording of a gospel duet entitled ‘Peace Like A River,” which Dolly wrote and Damon Elliott, Dionne’s son/manager produced for AND CUT… Productions. They are filming a video now in Nashville to acc...


Hailey Whitters Announces New EP 'I'm In Love' Photo Hailey Whitters Announces New EP 'I'm In Love'
by Michael Major - July 12, 2023

The Iowa-born, Nashville-based country star and ACM “New Female Artist of the Year” Hailey Whitters announced a new six-song EP I’m In Love that will be released on July 28 via Pigasus / Songs & Daughters / Big Loud. The song was written by Nicolle Galyon, Lee Miller, and Cameron Bedell. Plus, check...


Dolly Parton Releases Cover of 'What's Up?' Featuring Linda Perry Photo Dolly Parton Releases Cover of 'What's Up?' Featuring Linda Perry
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

Dolly Parton, has released the latest track off her upcoming Rock n’ Roll album, Rocksta – a stirring rendition of the ‘90s hit, “What’s Up?,” which features the song’s writer and lead singer, Linda Perry.  A song about the at-times, overwhelming pressures of the world around us and the need for rel...


Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Launches New Artist Series in July Photo Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Launches New Artist Series in July
by Stephi Wild - June 29, 2023

Starting July 15th, Uptown is presenting a New Artist Series, featuring rising stars in country, bluegrass/pop, gospel folk, and soft rock from around the country. ...


Kelly Clarkson Announces Las Vegas Residency This Summer Ahead of New 'Chemistry' Alb Photo Kelly Clarkson Announces Las Vegas Residency This Summer Ahead of New 'Chemistry' Album
by Michael Major - March 27, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has announced that she will headline an exclusive Las Vegas engagement chemistry…an intimate night with Kelly Clarkson, opening Friday, July 28, 2023 at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Check out performances dates and when you c...


Mickey Guyton Releases New Single 'Nothing Compares To You' Featuring Kane Brown Photo Mickey Guyton Releases New Single 'Nothing Compares To You' Featuring Kane Brown
by Michael Major - July 14, 2023

Four-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Mickey Guyton releases her new single “Nothing Compares To You” featuring Multi-Platinum-selling star Kane Brown. Mickey’s and Kane’s voices create a lush blend perfectly suited for this sentimental and tender love song written by Tyler Hubbard, Bebe Rexha, and Jord...


Beres Hammond, Romain Virgo And Louie Culture Come To NJPAC, August 8 Photo Beres Hammond, Romain Virgo And Louie Culture Come To NJPAC, August 8
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2023

It's a Reggae Fest! See Jamaica's most prolific crooner Beres Hammond with Romain Virgo and Louie Culture at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, August 8th, at 8 PM. ...


LEANN RIMES: THE STORY… SO FAR TOUR Comes To bergenPAC with Special Guest Opener New Photo LEANN RIMES: THE STORY… SO FAR TOUR Comes To bergenPAC with Special Guest Opener New Jersey Native Allison Strong
by A.A. Cristi - November 07, 2023

LeAnn Rimes brings 'The Story... So Far' tour to Englewood with special guest opener Allison Strong. Get all the details on this exciting concert event....


Kelly Clarkson Is Writing a Broadway Musical Photo Kelly Clarkson Is Writing a Broadway Musical
by Michael Major - May 26, 2023

In a recent interview, Kelly Clarkson revealed that she is currently 'writing something for Broadway.' While there are currently no other details about Clarkson's Broadway musical debut, she has discussed her 'dreams' of being on Broadway in the past. Her hit single 'Since U Been Gone' can currently...


Kelly Clarkson Drops 'i hate love' With Steve Martin From 'Chemistry' Album Photo Kelly Clarkson Drops 'i hate love' With Steve Martin From 'Chemistry' Album
by Michael Major - June 02, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has released 'i hate love,' the a new song from her upcoming album 'chemistry.' The track features Steve Martin on the banjo. Clarkson's new album will be released later this month, also featuring a collaboration with Sheila L. Plus, watch a perfo...


Kelly Clarkson Announces Las Vegas Residency This Summer Ahead of New 'Chemistry' Alb Photo Kelly Clarkson Announces Las Vegas Residency This Summer Ahead of New 'Chemistry' Album
by Michael Major - March 27, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has announced that she will headline an exclusive Las Vegas engagement chemistry…an intimate night with Kelly Clarkson, opening Friday, July 28, 2023 at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Check out performances dates and when you c...


Josh Turner Announces Tour & Vinyl On-Sale Honoring 20th Anniversary of 'Long Black T Photo Josh Turner Announces Tour & Vinyl On-Sale Honoring 20th Anniversary of 'Long Black Train'
by Michael Major - February 03, 2023

Multi-platinum-selling recording artist Josh Turner is heading out on the “Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour,” in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Turner’s hit album, Long Black Train and the album’s second single of the same name, which were both certified Platinum by the RIAA....


Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighti Photo Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighting Special
by Michael Major - October 26, 2023

Kelly Clarkson will not only host NBC’s iconic Christmas special, but also deliver festive performances – all from the historic NYC spot that is now also home to her eponymous talk show “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will once again join the tree li...


Hailey Whitters Releases New Song 'Tie'r Down' from 'I'm In Love EP' Photo Hailey Whitters Releases New Song 'Tie'r Down' from 'I'm In Love EP'
by Michael Major - July 21, 2023

The Iowa-born, Nashville-based country star and ACM “New Female Artist of the Year” Hailey Whitters released a new song “Tie’r Down” from her forthcoming EP I’m In Love. The new song follows the release of the EP’s title track “I’m In Love” that was named one of the best songs of the week last week ...


Kelly Clarkson Drops New Single 'Favorite Kind of High' Co-Written By Carly Rae Jepse Photo Kelly Clarkson Drops New Single 'Favorite Kind of High' Co-Written By Carly Rae Jepsen
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has released 'favorite kind of high,' the new single from her upcoming album 'chemistry.' The new single was written by Clarkson and Jesse Shatkin, as well as global pop star Carly Rae Jepsen....


Dolly Parton Drops 'World On Fire' Single From 'Rockstar' Album Photo Dolly Parton Drops 'World On Fire' Single From 'Rockstar' Album
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023

Global superstar and recent Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dolly Parton, has released 'World on Fire' from her upcoming debut rock album, 'Rockstar.' The ever-evolving Parton teamed up with an all-star roster of musicians for the 30-song collection which includes 9 original tracks and 21 iconic...


Ed Sheeran to Perform at the 58th ACM Awards Photo Ed Sheeran to Perform at the 58th ACM Awards
by Michael Major - May 09, 2023

The star-studded lineup of performers includes the biggest names in country music with Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, Morgan Wallen, The War And Treaty, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, and co-host Dolly Parton, who will close out the ni...


Dolly Parton & Garth Brooks to Host 58th ACM Awards on Prime Photo Dolly Parton & Garth Brooks to Host 58th ACM Awards on Prime
by Michael Major - March 29, 2023

The Emmy-nominated, star-powered experience will celebrate country music’s biggest stars and emerging talent, and feature unforgettable performances, exclusive collaborations, and unexpected moments that will captivate fans worldwide. The full rebroadcast of the ceremony and performances will stream...






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